Healthy Ketchup

As everyone knows, Ketchup is loaded with sugar. It also gets slathered onto everything- I still remember my parents’ (rightful) frustration when Little Me demanded ketchup to go with pesto pasta, or even on a slice of buttered bread, let alone the usual dishes such as fish and chips.

I wanted to make a healthier alternative which allows people to have it in larger quantities without feeling consuming all the sugar and additives.

Although this would not be mistaken for ketchup by any ketchup fans, taste buds adjust quite quickly, and the carrots, onion and balsamic vinegar sweeten this sauce naturally.

This sauce is also full of nutrients, and the absence of sugar and sweeteners allows it to be enjoyed without any guilt. Try serving this with my Smoky Sweet Potato wedges, or sausages and mash (ideally cauliflower!)

Makes 1 large jar

Ingredients:

1tbsp butter

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, chopped

1tbsp balsamic vinegar

2tbsp water

1 carrot, grated

1tsp tomato purée

1 x 400g tin tomatoes

1tsp dried herbs (herbes de Provence)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

1.) Melt the butter over a low heat in a saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and clear but not browned.

Welcome to The Wholesome Hunter! I'm Lauren Hunter, a personal trainer and fitness blogger passionate about health. This is my little corner of the internet where I'll be sharing posts on lifestyle, fitness, nutrition and wellbeing.

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